Buffalo Cauliflower Wings (Vegan, Gluten-Free) Recipe

The humble cauliflower... It’s white. It’s leafy. It’s classic healthy veg. And, it makes insanely delicious, tender, and meaty buffalo wings?! 

That’s right - plot twist - this modest veg turns out to be an incredibly versatile vegan goldmine for making a whole host of delicious meat-like dishes. 

Over the last few years, many pioneering vegans have been exploring cauliflower’s awesome potential - from cauliflower steaks to cauliflower rice. Let’s just say their hard work has paid off, and vegan cauliflower buffalo wings are pretty much the peak of what cauliflower has to offer. 

Here at PlantX, we are more than happy to join the crowd worshipping at the shrine of buffalo cauliflower wings. One bite of a succulent cauliflower wing and, trust us, you won’t look back.

Here’s our favorite recipe for creating this legendary dish at home. 

Let’s talk taste:

So, what is so good about these vegan buffalo cauliflower wings? Where should we start… 

The first bite! 

Sink your teeth into one of our buffalo wings and you will find a crispy outer shell with just the right amount of crunch. Brimming with the flavors of garlic, onion, spice, and the all-important sweet spicy tang of buffalo hot sauce, this mix brings a whole new meaning to the term ‘finger-licking good’. 

What’s inside this buffalo shell? Soft, tender cauliflower. With just the right amount of subtle seasoning, this amazing veg provides the perfect counterpart to the crispy spicy shell. Baked to perfection, this melt-in-your-mouth cauliflower really does give the meat a bad name.

Trust us, buffalo cauliflower wings are one more reason to be vegan, and, this recipe is our go-to. 

Recipe Details:

Cooking time:

Making these vegan buffalo cauliflower wings may take a little longer to whip up than your average week-night dinner, but trust us, you won’t regret putting in the effort.

It should take around 50 minutes to prep your cauliflower and an additional 40 minutes to cook it. That means the total cook time is around 1 hr 30 mins, which makes this a perfect dish for wowing guests or treating yourself with. 

Serving Suggestions: 

Our recipe makes 2-3 servings of cauliflower wings if you are eating them on their own. However, if you were to add in some sides, you could serve a few more people. Our recommendations? For a healthier option, why not try combining these cauli wings with a Couscous Salad? Or double up comfort food with comfort food by adding some Sweet Potato Hash. 

Our final tip? There is no better accompaniment to buffalo cauliflower wings than ranch dip. If you are feeling lazy, why not try some of the amazing vegan ranch PlantX has to offer. Like the Fabalish Plant-Based Ranch made from aquafaba. Or, if you really want to blow your guests away, try whipping up some of our Spicy Ranch Dressing, made from cashews - it’s nutty and delicious. 

The creamy ranch is the perfect complement to the spicy flavors of buffalo wings, and all these possibilities are really getting our mouths watering…